Unhealthy food choices and limited physical activity can lead to excess weight gain and obesity for all people.1 Being obese is associated with an increased risk of several chronic conditions.2 People with a bleeding disorder often experience the effects of obesity immediately, as excess weight can limit joint mobility and may lead to more frequent joint bleeds.2 Maintaining a healthy weight through proper nutrition and exercise may decrease joint complications.3
Before starting any diet, remember to check with your healthcare provider (HCP) or Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) before beginning a weight-loss regimen or starting an exercise program.
While no special diet is recommended for people with bleeding disorders, the basic concepts of healthy eating still apply. If you or a loved one has a bleeding disorder, choose a diet that includes variety from each of the food groups. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends eating a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, and low in solid fats, added sugars, and salt (sodium).4 Balancing food intake with physical activity helps in the maintenance of an optimal body weight.1
Proper nutrition, combined with a safe and effective sports and exercise plan, is especially important to combat an increase in the number of overweight people with bleeding disorders.5 By choosing a healthy diet and getting the proper exercise, people with bleeding disorders can help improve their physical health and well-being.4
The USDA recommends eating a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, and low in solid fats, added sugars, and salt (sodium).4
Many treatments for bleeding disorders are adjusted for body weight. Therefore, if your weight changes, your treatment dosage may need to change. Be sure to advise your healthcare team if your weight has changed since your last visit.6
Exercise is just as important as diet. Consider different activities that are safe for you.
Regular sessions with a physical therapist can help keep your muscles and joints strong.
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Takeda has been closely monitoring the news surrounding COVID-19. Our highest priority is the health and safety of our community during this uncertain time.
We are taking steps to help ensure the community’s safety including postponing upcoming educational events such as our HELLO TALK® programs. We appreciate your understanding and we will be regularly updating our events on our website.
A global pandemic such as COVID-19 can cause alarm but we urge you to consult with your healthcare provider to discuss questions regarding your condition and COVID-19. In addition, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) website includes information on things like COVID-19 symptoms, how to protect yourself and others from the virus, and who may be at higher risk for complications due to the virus. The National Hemophilia Foundation and the Hemophilia Federation of America are also helpful resources for patients with bleeding disorders and caregivers.
For those of you who are currently on Takeda treatments, based on current assessments of our global supply chain, we do not anticipate any potential supply disruption in the near-term due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Longer-term, it is not yet possible to predict precisely what the impact may be on individual products. We will continue to monitor the situation as it evolves and take all necessary actions in an effort to ensure supply continuity for the people we serve. Rest assured, we will keep patient advocacy organizations and health care providers informed of any material changes in status.
If you have been prescribed a Takeda therapy and have questions, you can call our Hematology Support Center at 888-229-8379 Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
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